MA in TESOL with IBES & UCAM (through APEL process by IBES)

This program consists of 3 modules in pedagogy and 3 modules in English language teaching, totaling 180 UK Credits over a minimum duration of 1.5 years.

The 3 modules in Pedagogy (60 UK Credits): 

• Pedagogy and Practice in Education (20 UK Credits)
• Leading Reflective Practice in Education (20 UK Credits)
• Research Methods in Education (20 UK Credits)

After each module, learners will take an ending exam. The end-of-module exams are application-oriented essays to help learners review knowledge, apply knowledge in the workplace, and improve the practical environment.

The 3 modules in English teaching (60 UK Credits):

Teaching Reading and Writing (20 UK Credits)

• Topic 1 – The Nature of Reading Topic 2 – Models of Reading
• Topic 3 – Reading and the Second Language Reader
• Topic 4 – Social Contexts and Motivation to Read Topic 5 – Individual Student Variation
• Topic 6 – Reading and Vocabulary Development Topic 7 – Strategic and Fluent Reader
• Topic 8 – Extensive and Intensive Reading
• Topic 9 – Theoretical Orientations to Second Language Writing Topic 10 – Learning to Write in the Second Language
• Topic 11 – Writing Process
• Topic 12 – Response, Error Correction and Grading Topic 13 – Second Language Writing and Culture Topic 14 – Writer’s Workshop Approach

Teaching Listening and Speaking (20 UK Credits)

• Topic 1 – Listening as Comprehension & Listening as Acquisition Topic 2 – Cyclical Approach in Teaching Listening
• Topic 3 – Principles of Developing Listening Activities Topic 4 – Types of Meaning for Listening
• Topic 5 – Examples of Listening Activities
• Topic 6 – Learning Styles and Listening Strategies Topic 7 – Functions of Speaking
• Topic 8 – Talk as Interaction, Transaction and Performance Topic 9 – Types of Speaking Activities
• Topic 10 – Assessment of Speaking
• Topic 11 – Teaching Pronunciation in a Second or Foreign Language Topic 12 – Speaking and Listening Fluency

Language Assessment and Testing (20 UK Credits)

• Topic 1 – Role and Purpose of Testing and Evaluation Topic 2 – Principles of Test and Measurement
• Topic 3 – Limitation of Tests
• Topic 4 – Basic Statistics and Measurement Topic 5 – Reliability of Tests
• Topic 6 – Validity of Tests Topic 7 – Item Analysis
• Topic 8 – Different Formats of Assessment Topic 9 – Objective Language Tests
• Topic 10 – Subjective Language Tests Topic 11 – Technology in Assessment Topic 12 – Authentic Assessment

Master’s Dissertation stage (60 UK Credits):

• Dissertation
• Defend Dissertation

After going through the APEL process from the IBES, students who complete the program will be jointly recognized and awarded qualifications by SIMI Swiss, Institut Brittany d’Enseignement Supérieur (IBES), and Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM).

Learning Outcome:

• Understanding of modern teaching methods, including lesson design and planning, classroom management, and effective interaction with students in diverse educational environments.
• Understanding of linguistics and the nature of the English language, as well as mastery of the necessary teaching skills and techniques.
• Practical classroom teaching skills and the ability to apply theory into practice, creating a positive and effective learning environment.
• Capability in educational facility management and developing teaching processes, along with a clear understanding of students and self-awareness as an educator.

Teaching and learning strategies:

The central training philosophy of the program starts from understanding the theory and case studies that are currently applied in world enterprises to the process of applying the learned knowledge to the enterprises themselves and the learners’ business environment. In addition to the practical knowledge, the program also equips the necessary skills for a business leader and manager in the volatile and risky global business context.

The program is Learner-centered and focuses on solving learners’ problems:

The Learner-centered training method will focus on solving learners’ problems through background knowledge and case studies that are applied in successful businesses worldwide. Through each module, learners will step by step solve management problems that they face every day with the guidance of the theoretical system, the practice system, expert lecturers and local teaching assistants.

In addition to the entry requirements, candidates applying to the program are also assessed for their suitability by the admissions committee before joining the program to ensure that they can acquire and benefit from the program.

Entry requirements:

To enroll this program, learners must possess one of the criteria below:

• A Bachelor’s qualification in English or Education from accredited universities; or
• A Level 6 EQF diploma in English or Education or equivalent. Level 6 Diploma qualifications must be from organizations that are authorized to issue qualifications and have been accredited.

Please note: 

1. SIMI does not accept entry qualifications from counterfeit universities, Diploma Mills, or universities accredited by unreliable accreditation agencies.
2. Applicants with a bachelor’s qualification in other fields must meet the English language entry requirements and demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of English teaching experience.
3. Individuals with a bachelor’s qualification in English, English education, or a bachelor’s program taught in English are exempt from the English language entry requirement.

English requirements:

If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
• Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 6.5; Reading and Writing must be at 6.5 or equivalent

Please note: SIMI reserves the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.

Because the programs and qualifications offered are rigorously accredited by reputable organizations, upon graduation, students have the confidence to enter the job market, pursue further studies, and smoothly transition to other prestigious and equivalently reputable educational systems.

SIMI SWISS is the pioneering higher education institution with accreditation at both the programmatic and institutional levels:

• Accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution);
• A full member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning);
• Accreditation of the management system compatible with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area, awarded by the HEAD – Higher Education Accreditation Division;
• Achieve ISO 21001:2018, complying with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and the Quality Assurance in the Higher Education Area Requirements (EGS);
• Programs is recognized by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Bodies;
• Learning outcomes are mapped to the UK national occupational standards.

|| See more information about the accreditation and recognition of SIMI Swiss HERE ||

Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss:

About Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM):

• UCAM is a national-level university recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education;
• Ranked in the Top 10 universities in Spain by U-MultiRank;
• Ranked 4th in Spain in the Best Global Universities Ranking;
• Ranked 151 – 200 in the Europe Teaching Rankings;
• Ranked 531-540 in the QS World University Rankings;
• Awarded 5 stars by the QS Stars Rating System;
• Ranked 351-400 in the Young University Rankings by THE (Times Higher Education);
• UCAM’s education program is ranked 501-600 globally by THE.

|| See more information about the recognition and academic awards of UCAM HERE ||

Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of UCAM:

About Institut Brittany d’Enseignement Supérieur:

• The Institut Brittany d’Enseignement Supérieur, France, is an institution for higher education and postgraduate training under Article R.6351-6 of the French Employment Code, licensed for the ILE-DE-FRANCE region with registration number 11755913675;
• IBES is an educational institution registered with the French Ministry of Education as an Institute providing undergraduate and postgraduate programs according to the French Education Act – Code de l’Education Articles L 444-1 to 444-11 and R 444-1 to 444-28 for online education;
• A member of the European Association for Distance Learning (EADL) and has achieved the national quality certification Qualiopi.

Certifications & Apostilles in Switzerland:

Certifications & Apostilles is the process by which The Cantonal Chancellery certifies original public documents of the Canton of Zug (where SIMI Swiss is authorized and licensed), thus validating them for use abroad. The process solely verifies the authenticity of the diploma, confirming its origin from the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation, and ensures the genuine signature of the chancellor/dean.

Below is an example of the Certification by Notary Public and confirm from Chancellor of State: